16. A man took a loan from a bank at the rate of 12% simple interest. After 3 years, he had to pay $5400 interest. The principal amount borrowed by him was:

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16. A man took a loan from a bank at the rate of 12% simple interest. After 3 years, he had to pay $5400 interest. The
principal amount borrowed by him was:
А.
$15,000
В.
$3,000
С.
$5,000
D.
$7,500
Transcribed Image Text:16. A man took a loan from a bank at the rate of 12% simple interest. After 3 years, he had to pay $5400 interest. The principal amount borrowed by him was: А. $15,000 В. $3,000 С. $5,000 D. $7,500
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